Once we discover our purpose we then have to make a commitment
to pursue that purpose. Often we discover that our lifestyles will be altered once that commitment is made. Perhaps we have
to live with less. We are then challenged to redefine our basic needs verses wants.
Some people never assess their primary needs. They continue to pursue their “wants”. If people really assessed
their primary needs and concerns they may realize that putting in that overtime at work wasn’t really necessary. They
could have put in some overtime with their family or loved ones instead. Or they could have put some overtime in on doing
something they really loved to do. Material items do not replace time.
Sometimes we have to do without basic utilities, fancy clothing, and even vehicles. If we stop to recognize what we really
need, we realize how insignificant material items truly are. In fact we may even learn that our focus on ourselves reaches
a higher level of concentration when we do not have added extremities to concern ourselves with.
Living a life of simplicity does not mean that we have to have an impoverished spirit. In fact one may find their true
richness when they are forced to live simply. Often we find it is almost an essential right of passage when we embark on our
path. It seems that when we pursue something that we long for in life, we are forced to make sacrifices along the way. Consider
yourself fortunate if you are appointed to experience this lifestyle as you will walk away with more than what you left.
So that when success does reach our doorstep we have a humble approach to its offerings as we know we can live with less.
We discover that simplicity becomes a key element to not only who we are, but who we intend to be.
About the Author: Heather J. Tait, Atlanta,GA,USA, :contact@silencespeaks.com, http://www.silencespeaks.com Artist and inspirational writer Heather J. Tait began her career as a professional artist back in 1997
in Morgan Hill, CA. Her work and articles are displayed internationally. She is also the founder of Silence Speaks International
Artist Association and the Editor of Intrigue Magazine. She has also been inducted into the 2004-2005 Who’s Who Among
American Women.
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